Infographic: Plant the Plate

We all know it—we should eat more fruits and vegetables. But, these healthy foods are currently grown on only 2 percent of U.S. farm acres. Check out our infographic to learn more.

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In 2011, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a new set of dietary guidelines, dubbed "MyPlate," recommending that fruits and vegetables make up 50 percent of our daily food intake.

But these healthy foods are currently grown on only 2 percent of U.S. farm acres. Furthermore, federal taxpayer dollars are used to subsidize unhealthy, processed foods instead of the fruits and vegetables necessary for a healthy diet.

It doesn’t have to be this way. Our infographic, “Plant the Plate,” illustrates how American farmers could grow the fruits and vegetables we need, while also creating jobs and benefiting local economies.

We Need Your Supportto Make Change Happen

We can transform the U.S. agricultural system to prioritize investments in healthy foods and farms —but not without you. Your generous support helps develop science-based solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.